Red Velvet Brookies (Fudgy, Festive & Crave-Worthy)
These red velvet brookies are the best of both dessert worlds—chewy, fudgy brownie meets soft red velvet cookie in one irresistible bite. With rich cocoa flavor, a pop of color, and melty chocolate chips, they’re perfect for holidays, parties, or when you just can’t choose between a brownie and a cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
Red Velvet Cookie Layer:
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup white chocolate or semi-sweet chips
Brownie Layer:
½ cup melted butter
½ cup cocoa powder
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.
Make the brownie layer: Mix melted butter, cocoa, and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, then fold in flour and salt. Spread evenly into pan.
Make the cookie layer: Cream butter and sugars. Add egg, vanilla, and food coloring. Mix in dry ingredients and stir in chocolate chips.
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over brownie batter. Gently spread or swirl with a spatula.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool completely before cutting.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 3g